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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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