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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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