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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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