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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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