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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Corporations want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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