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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning have enabled learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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