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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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