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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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