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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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