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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational experiments. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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