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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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