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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning are empowering learners all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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