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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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