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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to understand these new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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