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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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