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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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