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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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