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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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