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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Pakistan to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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