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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators 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 experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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