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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning have empowered students all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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