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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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