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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to understand these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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