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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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