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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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