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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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