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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources