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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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