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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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