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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in elearning are providing the means for students all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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