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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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