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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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