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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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