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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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