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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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