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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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