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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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