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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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