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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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