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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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