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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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