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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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