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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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