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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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