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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online education technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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