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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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