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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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