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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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