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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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