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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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