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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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