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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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