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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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