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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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