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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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