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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education