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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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