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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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