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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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