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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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