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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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