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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education have enabled students all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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