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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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