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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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