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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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