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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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