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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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