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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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