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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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