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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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