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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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