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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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