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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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