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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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