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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online education have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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