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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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