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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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