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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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