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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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