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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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