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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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