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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to understand these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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