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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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