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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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