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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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