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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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