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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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