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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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