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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning enable humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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