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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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