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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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