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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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