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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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