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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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