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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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