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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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