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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in elearning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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