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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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