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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

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