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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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