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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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