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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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