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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in e-learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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