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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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