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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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