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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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