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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education experiments. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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