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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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