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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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