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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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