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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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