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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand 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 resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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