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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to understand these significant new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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