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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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