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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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