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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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