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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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