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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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