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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online education have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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