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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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