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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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