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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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