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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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