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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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