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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic education technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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