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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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