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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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