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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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