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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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