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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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