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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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