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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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