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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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