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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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