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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better understand these important new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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