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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Iraq to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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