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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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