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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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