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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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