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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology enable learners all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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