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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

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