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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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