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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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