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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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