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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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