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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in digital education technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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