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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning enable humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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