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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ghana to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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