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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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