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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in online learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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