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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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