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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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