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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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