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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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