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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic education technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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