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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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