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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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