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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in online learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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