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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better understand these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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