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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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