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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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