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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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