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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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