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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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