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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Pakistan to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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