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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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