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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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