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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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