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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Pakistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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