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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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