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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning have enabled humans all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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