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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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