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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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