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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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