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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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