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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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