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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education technology enable students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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