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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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