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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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