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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify 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 MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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