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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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