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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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