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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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