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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open educational experiments. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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