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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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