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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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