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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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