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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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