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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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