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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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