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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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