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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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