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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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