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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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