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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning enable students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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