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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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