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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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