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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive 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 resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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