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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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