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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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