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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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