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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education are enabling students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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