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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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