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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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