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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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