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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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