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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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