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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education experiments. Students want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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