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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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