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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning enable people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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