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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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