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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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