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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online education technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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