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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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