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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner 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 distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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