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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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