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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in digital education technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this crescive desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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