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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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