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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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