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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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