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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic education technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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