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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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