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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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