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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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