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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions 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 dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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