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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better understand these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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