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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in elearning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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