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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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