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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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