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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology are enabling students all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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