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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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