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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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