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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to understand these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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