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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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