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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively 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 generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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