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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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