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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better understand these important new open education ventures. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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