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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models 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 educators deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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