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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cyprus to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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