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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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