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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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