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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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