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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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