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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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