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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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