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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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