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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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