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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also investigates 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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