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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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