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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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