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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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