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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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