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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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