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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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