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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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