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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have empowered people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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