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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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