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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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