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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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