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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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