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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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