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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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