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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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