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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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