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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Turkey to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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