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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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