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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in digital education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the 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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