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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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