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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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