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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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