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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology enable humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources