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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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