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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online education have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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