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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Maldives to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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