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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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