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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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