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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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