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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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