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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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