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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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