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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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