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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Trainers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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