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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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