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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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