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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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