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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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