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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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