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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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