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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these significant new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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