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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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