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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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