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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning enable students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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