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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online education technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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