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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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