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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open education endeavours. Academics want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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