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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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