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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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