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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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