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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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