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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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