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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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