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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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