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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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