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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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