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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pakistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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