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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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