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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning enable people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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