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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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