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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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