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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic education technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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