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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ghana to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling 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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