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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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