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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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