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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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