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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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