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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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