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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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