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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning enable humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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