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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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