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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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