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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

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