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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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