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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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