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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Maldives to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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