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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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