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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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