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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in electronic education technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What original 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 we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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