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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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