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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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