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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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