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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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