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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sierra Leone to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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