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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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