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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are empowering learners all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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