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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic education technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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