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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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