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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning are making it possible for learners 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. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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