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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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