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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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