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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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