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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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