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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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