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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open education endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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