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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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