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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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