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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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