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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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