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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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