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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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