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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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