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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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