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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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