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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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