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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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