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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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