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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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