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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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