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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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