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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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