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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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