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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that elearning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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