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Schedule of Stock-Based Compensation Expense Expected to be Recognized (Details) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)
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Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award |
2014 | $ 14,264
2015 | 8,767
2016 | 5,334
2017 | 2,754
2018 | 30
Total unrecognized compensation expense | 31,149
RSUs |
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award |
2014 | 13,997
2015 | 8,760
2016 | 5,334
2017 | 2,754
2018 | 30
Total unrecognized compensation expense | 30,875
Stock Options |
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award |
2014 | 267
2015 | 7
2016 | 0
Total unrecognized compensation expense | $ 274

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