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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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