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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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