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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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