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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models 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 organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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