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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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