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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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