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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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