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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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