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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online education have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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