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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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