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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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