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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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