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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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