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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology enable students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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