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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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