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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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