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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

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