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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are considering now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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