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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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