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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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