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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in digital education technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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