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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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