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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning enable people all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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