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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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