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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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