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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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