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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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