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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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