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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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