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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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