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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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