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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Senegal to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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