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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

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