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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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