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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education experiments. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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