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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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