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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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