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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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