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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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