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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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