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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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