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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online education technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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