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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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