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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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