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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education