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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these promising new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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