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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOCs? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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