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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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