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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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