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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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