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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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