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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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