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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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