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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online education are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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