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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational experiments. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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