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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free for learners 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 many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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