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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ghana to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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