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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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