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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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