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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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