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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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