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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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