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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models 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 institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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