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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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