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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Maldives to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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