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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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