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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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