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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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