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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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