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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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