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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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