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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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