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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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