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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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