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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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