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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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