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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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