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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the 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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