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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources