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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in digital education technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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