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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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