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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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