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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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