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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have empowered humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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