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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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