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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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