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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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