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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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