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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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