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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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