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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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