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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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