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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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