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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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