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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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