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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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