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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning technology enable humans all over the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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