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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

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