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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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