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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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