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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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