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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources