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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pakistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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