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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology enable students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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