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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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