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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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