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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology have enabled students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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