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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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