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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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