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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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