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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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