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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology have empowered people all around 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 MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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