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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology enable people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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