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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors 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 optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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