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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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