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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are enabling students all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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