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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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