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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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