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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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