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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online education technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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