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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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