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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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