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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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