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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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