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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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