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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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