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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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