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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology enable humans all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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