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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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