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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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