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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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