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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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