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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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