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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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