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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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