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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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