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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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