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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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