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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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