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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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