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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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