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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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