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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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