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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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