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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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