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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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