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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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