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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning are empowering learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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