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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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