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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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